Janna & Luke’s elopement began with a super sweet first look at the overlook at the Blackwater Falls Lodge. Once we did the first look, we got some great portraits of these two before their ceremony. Next came their intimate ceremony where their close family attended. Janna & Luke exchanged their vows and tied the knot! After the ceremony, we got some great family formals and then headed to Elakala Falls for some more bride & groom portraits. We got to get right at the base of the falls for some amazing photos. Next we drove over to Lindy Point and hiked out to the overlook for the rest of their portraits. We got some great views at Blackwater Falls and gorgeous photos of Janna & Luke for their elopement.

Kelliann & Trevor’s wedding day with these two getting ready with their families in separate cabins at the Confluence Resort. After getting ready, we headed to the private overlook where the ceremony was being held. Kelliann & Trevor exchanged loving vows and wedding rings and before I knew it, they were married! We did some wonderful family formals after and even included Kelli’s dog, Frank, in a few! Next we got to explore the property at the Confluence and take photos at the most scenic locations. Once we got some gorgeous photos of the newlyweds we headed to the reception where these two celebrated their new marriage with their family and friends all night long.

Katie & Ryan’s day began with these two getting ready with their girls and guys in separate rooms at the Gaines Estate. After Katie finished getting ready she did the sweetest first look with her dad which brought tears to everyones eyes. She also did a first look with her bridesmaids and their reactions were amazing. Next came the ceremony where Katie & Ryan exchanged loving vows and said, “I do.” After the ceremony we grabbed some family formal photos, wedding party photos, and lastly bride and groom portraits. The Gaines Estate’s lovely grounds make the perfect backdrop for elegant and timeless photos. At the reception, lots of dances took place, a golden pom-pom exit, and some poses with the getaway car. Overall this wedding was so much fun to capture and I wish Katie & Ryan all the joy in the world.

Allison & Bryan’s wedding day began with these two getting ready at the Resort at Glades Springs. After getting ready, these two decided to do a first look before the ceremony. Bryan’s reaction to seeing Allison for the first time on their wedding day was extremely heartwarming. We took a few portraits after but quickly headed to the ceremony location and grabbed as many family portraits as we could before the ceremony. We actually moved the ceremony up in time to try to avoid rain. Once the ceremony started, some sprinkles of rain made an appearance but that didn’t put a damper on this wonderful day. Allison & Bryan exchanged loving vows and said “I do.” After the ceremony we got more family formals and then go to explore the many scenic locations at the Glade Springs Resort. After we shuttled around taking photos as we went, we headed to the reception. Allison & Bryan got to spend their evening surrounded by their amazing wedding guests. Typically this is where my time with the couple ends but not with these two! The next day we headed to the New River Gorge National Park at the Grandview Overlook to take some more picturesque wedding portraits with stunning views and a full bloom of rhododendron flowers. My time with Allison & Bryan was so much fun and I had the best time working with them. Congrats to the newly-weds!